Research Scientist Manager - AI Sunnyvale, CA +3 locations • Advertising Technology +4 more • A[...]

Meta; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 251,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta is seeking a Research Scientist Manager to lead advancements in AI for ads recommendation. This role focuses on developing and optimizing generative models, driving both research and practical applications within a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and extensive experience in AI technologies, particularly in computer vision and NLP.

Benefits

Equity

Comprehensive benefits package

Bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in computer vision/NLP.
• Proven technical vision in generative AI.
• Experience in leading teams and technical organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of diffusion-based image/video generative models.
• Drive end-to-end efficiency in model training and deployment.
• Communicate and build relationships with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Computer Vision

Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Generative AI

Model Efficiency Techniques

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

PhD in AI or related field

Tools

PyTorch

Job description

The Monetization Ranking AI Research at Meta is seeking a technical leader to join our team and work on the next generation of RecSys for ads recommendation. AI for monetization is a top priority for the company because of its potential to drive significant revenue growth through improving ads performance. Our team is taking the lead in this space with a vision to enable fully automated and data-driven ad optimization through efficient LLM.

Research Scientist Manager - AI Responsibilities

Drive efficiency gains on training, fine tuning, and deployment of diffusion based image/video generative models through novel techniques

Drive end-to-end development of diffusion based image/video generative models, including data sourcing and curating, filtering, experiment design, evaluation and more

Lead a team of applied researchers and software engineers to drive revenue for Meta

Communicate, collaborate, and build relationships with clients and peer teams to facilitate cross-functional projects

Remain up-to-date on ongoing research and software development activities in the team, help work through technical challenges, and be involved in design decisions

Remain involved in the research community, both understanding trends, and setting them

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of hands-on experience in computer vision and/or NLP, in the setting of both research and engineering development

Experience and track of recording in landing large research and/or product impacts in a fast-paced environment

3+ years of hands-on supporting and leading teams of research scientists and software engineers

Proven technical vision in the field of generative AI

Experience and knowledge of model efficiency techniques (quantization, distillation, etc.)

Experience with cross functional collaboration with product and platform teams, as well as non-engineering functions

Demonstrated experience recruiting, building, structuring, leading technical organizations, including performance management

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in speech/language/vision deep learning, artificial intelligence, and/or related technical field

Experience and knowledge of ML frameworks like PyTorch.

Experience and knowledge of large-scale data platforms

Experience and knowledge of training diffusion based image/video/speech generative models, fine-tuning on datasets.

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About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

$177,000/year to $251,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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